Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Orofer D3 Tablet is a brand name of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) and it comes in the form of a tablet, capsule, sachet, and injection. It is a prescription drug that is used in the management of diseases that results from vitamin D3 deficiency (rickets, osteoporosis, and osteomalacia) and to treat nutritional deficiency of vitamin D3 due to imbalanced diet and its deficiency which is caused by some disease states (malabsorption syndrome, Crohn's disease, and liver diseases). It is also used in the Crohn's of calcium (hypocalcemia) caused by hypoparathyroidism which is decreased levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) from parathyroid glands.

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

The dose of Orofer D3 Tablet varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Oral tablet of Orofer D3 Tablet can be taken with or without food because food does not affect its absorption. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney function and heart diseases.

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Orofer D3 Tablet can be taken with aspirin. No clinical meaningful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Orofer D3 Tablet along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Usually, Orofer D3 Tablet is given for 2 - 4 weeks which may vary from case to case basis depending on the age, gender, and diagnosis of the patient. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed as the excess of a vitamin can also cause hypervitaminosis D (high levels of vitamin D) in our body that can lead to unpleasant side effects such as high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and fatigue.

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Orofer D3 Tablet can cause constipation if taken this drug more than the recommended doses. It is a common side effect of this drug. The exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.